The power system worldwide is going through a revolutionary transformation due to the
integration with various distributed components, including advanced metering infrastructure …

With the ongoing trends in the energy sector such as vehicular electrification and renewable
energy, the Smart Grid (SG) is clearly playing a more and more important role in the electric …

Abstract Intelligent Energy Networks are comprised of devices capable of fulfilling their
functions in an energy-efficient fashion and with communication and remote control …

The future grid is evolving into a smart distribution network that integrates multiple
distributed energy resources ensuring at the same time reliable operation and increased …

The intermittent generation of non-dispatchable renewable distributed generation, along
with the load variability, demand growth and electricity market prices impose operational …

For 100 years, there has been no change in the basic structure of the electrical power grid.
Experiences have shown that the hierarchical, centrally controlled grid of the 20th Century is …

Information and communication technologies (ICT) represent a fundamental element in the
growth and performance of smart grids. A sophisticated, reliable and fast communication …

The traditional power grid in many countries suffers from high maintenance costs and
scalability issues along with the huge expense of building new power stations, and lack of …

The hierarchical and the centrally-controlled grid topology of existing electrical power
systems has remained unchanged over the 20th century. On the other hand, there is a rapid …

Economics and environmental incentives, as well as advances in technology, are resha**
the traditional view of industrial systems. The anticipation of a large penetration of plug-in …